How is the Israel-Gaza war different from other conflicts?

Military analysts say the intensity of Israel's war in Gaza has not been seen since the Second World War. Most of its weaponry has been supplied by the US. So, is this war different to others in terms of scale and speed?

Join host Tom Mcrae. 

Guests:

Colin Clarke - Director of Research at The Soufan Group.

Patrick - Senior Lecturer in Security, University of Bath.

Sam Perlo-Freeman - Researcher at Campaign Against Arms Trade.